The islands of the Outer Hebrides form one of the most dramatic
and starkly beautiful island chains in Europe. Pounded by
the relentless waves of the North Atlantic and buffeted by
powerful winds, this treeless land has developed in a unique
way historically, culturally and environmentally. Hence the
reason why they form an irresistable magnet for visitors interested
in an escape from so-called civilisation.

Rock-studded hills speckled with sheep, innumerable fresh
water lochs, pristine white sandy beaches, peat fires, internationally
acclaimed bird reserves and wild flora on the "machair"-
these are truly the "islands on the edge of the world".